A patient is determined to have a low PaO₂,but 60 mm Hg on room air at the beginning of a physical therapy session.Which of the following actions should be implemented by the physical therapist regarding exercise during that same session?

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A patient is determined to have a low PaO₂,but >60 mm Hg on room air at the beginning of a physical therapy session.Which of the following actions should be implemented by the physical therapist regarding exercise during that same session?

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Any patient with a resting PaO₂ of <60 mm Hg on room air or a low PaO₂ on oxygen percentage saturation of <90% should be considered for supplemental oxygen.If a patient has a low PaO₂ but one not below 60 mm Hg on room air or a low PaO₂ on oxygen,the patient may require supplemental oxygen with exercise to prevent hypoxemia during exercise.

A Patient Is Determined to Have a Low PaO₂,but >60